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Windows users, Microsoft will not give any new features and security updates starting October 14, 2025 to these PCs

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Windows users, Microsoft will not give any new features and security updates starting October 14, 2025 to these PCs

Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 10 will reach end of support on October 14, 2025. Here’s what users can do to stay protected or move to Windows 11.

Oppo Find X9 Ultra launch confirmed with the next-generation MediaTek flagship Dimensity 9500 processor: All the details

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Oppo Find X9 Ultra launch confirmed with the next-generation MediaTek flagship Dimensity 9500 processor: All the details

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra series will feature MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 chipset, Arm G1-Ultra GPU, Oppo’s Trinity Engine, and a custom cooling system for high performance and power efficiency.

'OpenAI is built on a lie. They stole a...', Elon Musk slams ChatGPT creator yet again

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'OpenAI is built on a lie. They stole a...', Elon Musk slams ChatGPT creator yet again

The Tesla and X chief’s comments come just days after OpenAI celebrated the first anniversary of its viral text-to-video app, Sora. Musk has repeatedly accused the company of abandoning its original non-profit purpose

Claude Code introduces plugin support to simplify customization and collaboration for developers

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Claude Code introduces plugin support to simplify customization and collaboration for developers

Anthropic has announced plugin support for Claude Code, allowing developers to customize workflows, share tools, and standardize environments through installable plugins for slash commands, agents, MCP servers, and hooks.

Apple offers to pay up to $2 million for finding Pegasus-like spyware in iPhones and other devices

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Apple offers to pay up to $2 million for finding Pegasus-like spyware in iPhones and other devices

Apple’s revamped program will offer $2 million for exploit chains capable of achieving “mercenary spyware-level” attacks — the highest confirmed payout in the cybersecurity industry.

Over 100 firms likely hit in Oracle-linked hacking campaign, says Google

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Over 100 firms likely hit in Oracle-linked hacking campaign, says Google

Google told Reuters that more than 100 companies were likely affected by a major hacking campaign targeting Oracle’s business suite, with the CL0P ransomware group suspected of the breach.

Instagram adds real-time Hindi translation and dubbing to Reels, here’s how to use it

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Instagram adds real-time Hindi translation and dubbing to Reels, here’s how to use it

Instagram has expanded the real-time translation feature to India. The feature supports Hindi language and enables users to translate English content into Hindi, and creators can now choose to dub, translate and lip-sync their content using the app without requiring to re-record everything using Meta AI.

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov says he’s ‘running out of time’ as he turns 41 and won’t celebrate

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Telegram CEO Pavel Durov says he’s ‘running out of time’ as he turns 41 and won’t celebrate

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov turns 41 but says he won’t celebrate, warning that our generation is running out of time to protect the free internet and online freedoms.

Google employees will not get health benefits if they don’t do this

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Google employees will not get health benefits if they don’t do this

Google clarifies that employees are not required to share health data with an AI tool to get benefits. The optional platform Nayya helps staff personalize healthcare plans, but initial policy wording caused concern.

Samsung at India Mobile Congress 2025: Showcases ‘AI for All’ vision with immersive zones and next-gen Galaxy innovations

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Samsung at India Mobile Congress 2025: Showcases ‘AI for All’ vision with immersive zones and next-gen Galaxy innovations

At India Mobile Congress 2025, Samsung showcased its ‘AI for All’ vision through immersive zones, AI-powered Galaxy devices, and connected solutions, reaffirming its commitment to India’s AI-driven future.

Instagram to get a TV app? Here’s what Adam Mosseri has to say

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Instagram to get a TV app? Here’s what Adam Mosseri has to say

Instagram is exploring a TV app to let users watch Reels and videos on their big screens. Chief Adam Mosseri says the idea is still being tested with no launch date yet.

US brings more trouble for Chinese technology companies; China responds with vow to ‘defend national interests’

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US brings more trouble for Chinese technology companies; China responds with vow to ‘defend national interests’

The US has expanded export restrictions targeting Chinese tech firms like Huawei and DJI, prompting Beijing to condemn the move and vow to defend its national and industrial interests

Samsung Galaxy M17 5G launched with OIS camera and 5000mAh battery: Price, features and more

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Samsung Galaxy M17 5G launched with OIS camera and 5000mAh battery: Price, features and more

Samsung has launched the Galaxy M17 5G in India, introducing an OIS camera, AI features, and enhanced durability in the Rs 10,000–Rs 15,000 segment. Here’s everything you need to know.

OpenAI’s AI video app Sora hits 1 million downloads

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OpenAI’s AI video app Sora hits 1 million downloads

OpenAI’s AI video app Sora hits 1 million downloads, reaching the milestone faster than ChatGPT. The invite-only app lets users create realistic AI-generated videos with friends and comes with audio support

Battlefield 6 is launching today, October 10, 2025: Price, system requirements, gameplay and more

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Battlefield 6 is launching today, October 10, 2025: Price, system requirements, gameplay and more

. Electronic Arts releases Battlefield 6 today, October 10, with new maps, story-driven missions, and refined gameplay. Available for PC and consoles, the game supports preloading and launches at 8:30 pm IST.

TCS HR head denies reports of 80,000 layoffs, says only 1% of staff released in restructuring

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TCS HR head denies reports of 80,000 layoffs, says only 1% of staff released in restructuring

TCS HR chief Sudeep Kunnumal denies reports of 80,000 layoffs, clarifying that only 1% of the workforce was released as part of a restructuring exercise.

“Don’t do this…” Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas warns users after Comet browser completes online course

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“Don’t do this…” Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas warns users after Comet browser completes online course

Comet AI, launched in July, is Perplexity’s new browser that aims to make web browsing smarter and more interactive.

How to use Gemini Nano Banana AI Studio to create your own Karwa Chauth photos

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How to use Gemini Nano Banana AI Studio to create your own Karwa Chauth photos

Here’s how you can use Google’s Gemini Nano Banana AI Studio to turn your portrait into a Karwa Chauth-themed photo with traditional attire, festive elements, and moonlit settings.

Hollywood is not happy with OpenAI and its latest Sora app, here's why

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Hollywood is not happy with OpenAI and its latest Sora app, here's why

OpenAI launched Sora last week, allowing users to generate realistic video clips using AI. The app has already crossed one million downloads, but its use of existing characters and brands has triggered a fierce backlash.

Samsung Galaxy M17 5G with OIS camera to launch today (October 10, 2025): Expected price, features and more

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Samsung Galaxy M17 5G with OIS camera to launch today (October 10, 2025): Expected price, features and more

Samsung is set to launch the Galaxy M17 5G in India today. The mid-range phone is expected to bring a 6.7-inch AMOLED display, Exynos 1330 chip, and 50MP OIS camera.

Microsoft veteran resigns after 13 years, accuses firm of aiding Israeli military

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Microsoft veteran resigns after 13 years, accuses firm of aiding Israeli military

Scott Sutfin-Glowski, a principal software engineer at Microsoft, announced on Thursday that he is leaving the company, saying he could no longer accept “enabling what may be the worst atrocities of our time.”

ChatGPT down globally: Users report missing chats and failed responses; company issues statement

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ChatGPT down globally: Users report missing chats and failed responses; company issues statement

ChatGPT is facing a global outage as users report missing conversations and timeouts. OpenAI has acknowledged the issue, confirming ongoing investigations into degraded performance across ChatGPT and connected services.

It took almost 10 years for Microsoft to fix this small issue with Windows 11 dark mode

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It took almost 10 years for Microsoft to fix this small issue with Windows 11 dark mode

Microsoft is officially addressing the dark mode inconsistencies in Windows 11, as changes in the latest preview build of Windows update reveal changes to enhance dark mode consistency across various File Explorer actions, to maintain uniformity.

Here's what Nikhil Kamath says after investing $21 million in Carl Pei’s Nothing

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Here's what Nikhil Kamath says after investing $21 million in Carl Pei’s Nothing

Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath has invested $21 million in Carl Pei’s Nothing at a $1.3 billion valuation, praising its India-first design ethos and community-driven approach to consumer technology.

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